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Healthy Cookies Without Sugar

Delicious and nutritious cookies made without any added sugar, perfect for a guilt-free snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup oats rolled or quick oats
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour or almond flour for gluten-free
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup mashed bananas about 1 large banana
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts optional
Add-ins
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips optional, for a touch of sweetness
  • 1/4 cup dried fruit like raisins or cranberries, optional

Method
 

Prepare the Oven and Baking Sheet
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
Combine Wet Ingredients
  1. In another bowl, mix together the mashed bananas, applesauce, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Combine Mixtures
  1. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in nuts, chocolate chips, and dried fruit if using.
Shape Cookies
  1. Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Cool and Serve
  1. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. These cookies can also be frozen for longer storage.

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